Nonproliferation Data Science Postdoctoral Research Associate

Idaho National Laboratory (INL) is seeking a motivated and well-qualified Postdoctoral Research Associate in data analytics, Data Science, engineering or a comparable discipline for the Radiochemistry and Nuclear Measurements Department within the Nuclear Nonproliferation Division. This Postdoctoral Researcher will contribute to the department's ongoing research initiatives related to nuclear facility monitoring, data fusion and forecasting, national security, and nuclear safeguards. The successful candidate will work closely with our interdisciplinary team of scientists, researchers, and engineers to analyze complex datasets, extract meaningful insights, and create data-driven tools. The Postdoctoral Researcher will create machine learning models that incorporate multi-modal data streams to help inform process control for solvent extraction processes, acoustic data collection and/or other nonproliferation projects.
The candidate is expected to be a strong asset to our interdisciplinary R&D team and work effectively both alone and as a team member. The candidate must be self-motivated but also take direction from other team members and peers. Familiarity with the nuclear nonproliferation mission is highly preferred. Previous experience with machine learning and data analytics is required.
The position entails:
- Conduct research on the use of data analytics to enhance nuclear nonproliferation efforts
- Apply advanced data analytics techniques to analyze and interpret datasets
- Develop and implement data mining and machine learning algorithms to uncover patterns, trends, and correlations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define research objectives and design appropriate data collection methodologies
- Clean, preprocess, and manipulate data to ensure accuracy and reliability
- Visualize and present findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Contribute to the development of reports, and presentations
- Write scientific manuscripts for journal publication, and presentation of research results at national and international conferences, workshops, and meetings
- Write and contribute to funding proposals for customers and Laboratory Directed Research and Development proposal calls
Minimum Requirements:

• PhD requirements must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the previous 3 years.
• PhD in Data Science, engineering (any), physics, statistics, computer science or related discipline.
• Strong background in any of the following: data analytics, machine learning, or statistical analysis.
• Demonstrated oral and published written communication skills in English.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires US Citizenship.

Preferred Requirements:

• Proficient with thermal image processing and management of large data sets.
• Experience in creating machine learning models.
• Familiarity with solvent extraction equipment and processes.
• Experience with environmental monitoring with sensors and/or sampling.
• Experience optimization algorithms and their application.
• Hands-on experience with sensors.

Job Information:

• Salary Grade: $95,004.00 Annually
• Chosen applicants are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.
• TDP: This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing throughout the term of your employment.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting and the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level dependent on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,000 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.
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